Only one-third of high school instructors teaching physics in the United States have a major in physics. There is a strong demand for new physics teachers in secondary education. This degree program blends the core physics and astronomy courses with education courses, so that students are well prepared for a teaching career upon graduation.
The B.S. in physics and astronomy education includes a minimum of 32 credit hours in physics and astronomy courses. The student in this program must also complete the required secondary education courses and professional field experience, including PHYS 489 (Cross-listed with ED 489), The Teaching of Natural Sciences.
In addition to completing the required courses, students are encouraged to take advantage of any of the many research opportunities available at Valpo.
Foundations
B.S. students in physics at Valpo must complete the general-education requirements for the B.S. This University-wide core strengthens communication and critical-thinking skills while introducing the student to global cultures and traditions.
Career Opportunities:
The physics major at Valpo provides graduates with desirable skills:
September 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
Valparaiso University,
1400 Chapel Drive,
VALPARAISO,
Indiana,
46383, United States
Applicants are required to have High School graduation.
English language requirements: TOEFL (75 iBT minimum); IELTS (6.0 minimum); iTEP (3.8 or higher); PTE (56 or higher); SAT (Reading & Writing score of 500); ACT (English score of 24); GCE or GCSE English exam (Grade of A or B); IB Higher Level English Exam (Score of 5, 6, or 7 or grade A or B); Completion of at least 2 consecutive years of high school and graduate from a US based high school; Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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